Eqipment designer / drafter

Silent-Aire; Mesa (AZ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Silent-Aire, a Johnson Controls company, is a global leader in the design, engineering, and manufacturing of mission-critical modular infrastructure for data centers and other advanced technology facilities.

In this role, you will support the full design lifecycle by implementing design revisions, resolving technical drawing discrepancies, and maintaining configuration control within engineering systems such as Autodesk Inventor and Vault.

Qualifications

• Strong proficiency in CAD software and ability to produce accurate 2D and 3D mechanical drawings.
• Knowledge of mechanical design principles relevant to HVAC and equipment manufacturing.
• Ability to interpret engineering documents, specifications, and equipment layouts.
• Experience preparing fabrication, weld, and assembly drawings with clear dimensions and material specs.
• Familiarity with industry codes in mechanical/HVAC design (ASME, API, etc).
• Attention to detail, organization, and ability to manage multiple design tasks in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills to work with engineering, production, and project teams on-site.
• Proficiency with MS Office and document management tools.
• Technical diploma or degree in mechanical design, drafting, engineering tech, or related field; equivalent experience considered.
• Previous experience in HVAC, data centers, or industrial equipment design is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support the full design lifecycle by implementing design revisions and resolving drawing discrepancies.
• Maintain configuration control within engineering systems such as Autodesk Inventor and Vault.
• Collaborate with manufacturing and operations teams to improve manufacturability and address production challenges.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives that enhance product quality, performance, and cost effectiveness.
• Participate in design reviews and engineering projects to contribute to innovative cooling and modular infrastructure solutions.

Job description

Silent-Aire, a Johnson Controls company, is a global leader in the design, engineering, and manufacturing of mission-critical modular infrastructure for data centers and other advanced technology facilities. We specialize in custom HVAC systems, data center cooling solutions, power enclosures, electrical skids, and integrated modular solutions that support some of the world's largest technology companies.

In this role, you will support the full design lifecycle by implementing design revisions, resolving technical drawing discrepancies, and maintaining configuration control within engineering systems such as Autodesk Inventor and Vault. You will collaborate with manufacturing and operations teams to improve manufacturability, address production challenges, and drive continuous improvement initiatives that enhance product quality, performance, and cost effectiveness. Through active participation in design reviews and engineering projects, you will contribute to the development of innovative cooling and modular infrastructure solutions that support some of the world's largest data center and technology customers.

Qualifications

• Strong proficiency in CAD software (e.g., AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or similar) and the ability to produce accurate 2D and 3D mechanical drawings.
• Knowledge of mechanical design principles, sheet metal design, and basic structural concepts relevant to HVAC and equipment manufacturing.
• Ability to interpret engineering documents, including specifications, P&IDs, technical standards, and equipment layouts.
• Experience preparing fabrication, weld, and assembly drawings with clear dimensions, tolerances, and material specifications.
• Familiarity with industry codes and standards commonly used in mechanical and HVAC equipment design (e.g., ASME, API, or similar).
• Strong attention to detail, organization skills, and the ability to manage multiple design tasks and deadlines in a manufacturing environment.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills to work with engineering, production, and project teams on-site.
• Ability to use basic office and documentation tools (e.g., MS Office, PDF markup tools, document management systems).
• Relevant technical diploma or degree in mechanical design, drafting, engineering technology, or a related field; equivalent experience considered.
• Previous experience in HVAC, data centers, or industrial equipment design is